Ynys Gwelltog
![]() Ynys Gwelltog, view from the sea | |
![]() ![]() Ynys Gwelltog | |
Geography | |
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Coordinates | 51°51′12.1″N 5°20′08.5″W / 51.853361°N 5.335694°WCoordinates: 51°51′12.1″N 5°20′08.5″W / 51.853361°N 5.335694°W |
Administration | |
Wales | |
County | Pembrokeshire |
Demographics | |
Population | 0 |
Ynys Gwelltog is a small tidal island south of Ramsey Island, Pembrokeshire, Wales. Its highest point is 56 metres[1] (184 feet).
Etymology
The island's name in Welsh means Grassy Island.[2]
History
In the past the island was considered suitable for pasturing two sheep.[2]
See also
References
- ↑ Ynys Gwelltog on www.hill-bagging.co.uk
- 1 2 Will. Basil Jones and Edw. A. Freeman (1852). The History and Antiquities of Saint David's. 1. Pickering. Parker and Petheram. p. 18.
External links
![](../I/m/Ynys_Gwelltog_from_Ramsey.png)
The island as seen from Ramsey
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